As the initiative owner of Cognitive Network Operations at Telenet in Belgium, Stijn Eeckhaut is spearheading the transformation within Telenet’s network teams towards Autonomous Networks. This initiative focuses on making Telenet’s network data landscape AI-ready, thereby unlocking new and transformative AI-native use cases in network engineering and operations, leading to enhanced efficiency and customer experience.

With a robust background in computer science, telecommunication networks, and automation, Stijn has consistently driven innovation by shaping and leading strategic technology programs that keep organizations ahead of the curve. By leveraging emerging trends and state-of-the-art technologies, Stijn guides delivery teams and partners to turn tech strategy into meaningful progress, actionable solutions, and reliable platforms.

An avid sea sailor, Stijn extends his passion for exploring uncharted territory well beyond professional life. Whether navigating the unpredictable waves of the seas or tackling the challenges of a project, Stijn embraces the unknown and turns obstacles into opportunities, charting the course for teams and crews towards new horizons.